- Popular Nigerian artist Bella Shmurda, known for hits like ‘Newborn Fela,’ stuns fans by announcing his departure from the music industry.
- Bella Shmurda reveals his intention to transition into a TikTok influencer, citing the platform’s lucrative nature as the driving force behind his decision.
- The surprising declaration was made during a live TikTok chat with fellow musician Small Doctor, catching both fans and industry insiders off guard.
Popular Nigerian singer Akinbiyi Abiola Ahmed, professionally known as Bella Shmurda, has declared his intention to quit music.
The ‘Newborn Fela’ crooner, who gained massive popularity for his unique style and hits, dropped the bombshell revelation in a viral TikTok video during a live chat with fellow musician Small Doctor.
In the video, Bella Shmurda expressed his decision, stating that he is no longer interested in pursuing a career in music.
Instead, the artist revealed his plans to transition into the world of TikTok, citing the platform’s immense financial potential as a motivating factor for his decision.
“I don’t want to sing anymore. I want to be doing TikTok. There is a lot of money on TikTok. Henceforth, I will be doing strictly TikTok,” Bella Shmurda said
The announcement has left fans and industry insiders shocked, as the young artist has been a rising star in the Nigerian music industry.
Fans have taken to social media platforms to express their surprise and disappointment over the sudden shift in Bella Shmurda’s career.
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In other news, Bella Shmurda, the Nigerian music sensation from Ikorodu, has ignited a social media frenzy with a recent video showing him hanging out with senior colleague, WizKid.
This comes on the heels of Bella Shmurda previously hitting the unfollow button on WizKid a few weeks back, a move speculated to be connected to the untimely demise of their mutual friend, the music star Mohbad.
Recall, on a blistering October 5th, 2023, Bella lit up his Instagram, throwing shade at Nigerian music bigwigs for their deafening silence following his dear friend’s demise.